This flash briefing provides the latest news and updates regarding Argonne National Laboratory PAST Fusion Cell and National Public Affairs Academy news and updates. Argonne National Laboratory's PAST Fusion Cell and National Public Affairs Academy is a first-of-its-kind research and training facility that draws forward-thinking public affairs professional and social scientists from across the globe to integrate social science, best practices, and lessons learned into the practice of public affairs. The PAST Fusion Cell is home to the National Public Affairs Academy for Emergency Management. The deep research, experience and comprehensive outreach resident in the PAST Fusion Cell yields a training curriculum for the Academy and provide a natural venue for scientists, public safety Public Information Officers, Public Affairs Officers and External Affairs Officers to collaborate. Studies consistently show that public affairs is much more than media relations; by taking a holistic approach to public affairs, our mission… “Learn from the PAST, Prepare for the Future.”